Johannesburg Roads Agency (JRA) estimates that the completion of its R100 million road resurfacing project on Grayston Drive is set to be fully completed by December 9.
Road works have been completed on Grayston Drive eastbound while resurfacing continues westbound.
#WorkinProgress: @MyJRA now removing old tar along Grayston Drive between 5th and 11th street eastbound. Please approach with caution. pic.twitter.com/cJ6Y68w37J
— Sandton Central (@SandtonCentral) November 21, 2022
According to a statement by the entity, the repairs, which began on November 7 were delayed due to the formation of sinkholes on Grayston Drive between Daisy and Helen streets.
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Two sinkholes on Grayston Drive were discovered while resurfacing.
Various repair mechanisms have been implemented by the maintenance depot to save lives.
Repair work is anticipated to be completed by the 8th of December #JoburgServices #AReSebetseng #JoburgUpdates pic.twitter.com/AxxddyufEj
— Funzi Ngobeni (@Funzi_Ngobeni) November 29, 2022
Motorists are urged to exercise caution when travelling along the affected roads, adhere to the road signage and maintain a safe following distance for their safety and that of the maintenance teams on site.
“Traffic flow management has been arranged with points-duty officials along Grayston Drive and Sandton Drive during peak times for the duration of the project.”
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